2)
For this week's top non-Salsa pick ("Synergy", Friday at Mantra), check
out:http://www.thesynergyevents.com
Mambo Slaves will be performing, though the party isn't Salsa per
se.

***

3) Thanks again to Masacote Entertainment for their
Fabulous Debut of the "5 Beat Mambo" last Wed. to a full house at An Tua
Nua! Congrat's guys! What an inspired performance! Check out what's in
store tonight (read on)

***

4) Tonight (Wednesday) at AN TUA
NUA! Anara and company are debuting their unique new class
entitled,

>> "How'd They Do That?!"
<<

Presented by SalsaBoston. Here's the
description:

"Did you ever try to learn some steps in a Salsa class but
felt like you couldn't quite make them work on the dance floor? Did you
ever see a Rueda move that you couldn't get? Did you ever watch some
amazing cool move that you just couldn't figure out? Whether you are just
getting started with Salsa or you are already an experienced dancer, you can get
the answers in this new drop-in class at An Tua Nua every
Wednesday.

"Join Anara and other local instructors each week at 7:00 pm
to get all your Salsa or Rueda questions answered! Students will work
interactively in small groups, based on their level, questions, and
goals."

Sunday March 4th at
The Westin Hotel in Waltham, 70 Third Ave.Noon to 5 PMEven if you're not
getting married, this'll probably be a fun & BIG party anyway!**
SalsaBoston will have a booth. If you want to promote your wares, drop me
a line. Bands, DJ's, performers, instructors, venue promoters,
etc.More details in the mailbag

The new hotspot! Cabana Mondays at
Felt! Salseros, come check it out. It's a classy, fabulous place, no
cover, charming staff (big shoutout to Farah and Vanessa of Felt!), and of
course Boston's finest Salsa as always from D.Martinez and Hernan. Salsa
for Gringos lesson at 7pm for the newbies--send your non-dancing friends over in
advance. Come help make this party happen! Lots of special nights
coming up over there as well.http://salsaboston.com/felt

**
Have you checked out Masa? If you're up for a casual night and some dining
and an upscale bar, this place is cool on Thursdays. Casual lesson around
10pm, a mix of music, no cover. 439 Tremont St, South End,
Boston

******************SALSABOSTON
EVENTS******************

*******************************************Salsa
Night at An Tua Nua with SalsaBostonevery
Wednesday*******************************************

Boston's
original "All Salsa by Salseros for Salseros" party, over 5 years
running!

An Tua Nua is a great
contemporary Irish bar & grill on Beacon Street just outside of Kenmore
Square (only about 3 blocks from Sophia's). In the back they have a dance
club about the same size as the upstairs at Sophia's, with a sizable dance floor
that holds about 150 people, a bar, and plenty of lounge seating.

Close
to the green line (St. Mary's on the C train, Fenway on the D, Kenmore on the
B), plenty of street and lot parking.

Irish/America/Bar food available
until 10pm. I have eaten there regularly, it is very tasty and modestly
priced.

Note: they have Karaoke with my man Kev-Mac Daddy in the front
portion of the bar when you walk in, but don't let that scare you... Salsa is in
the back room! Full Bar. Please check your coat.

1) Havana Club
Update2) New Dance Space Rental for Salseros3) 2nd Annual Hispanic
Bridal & Quinceañeras Exposition4) "El Bembe" back, new format, March
305) Obbini Tumbao at Ryles Jazz Club, March 7th,6) "Sizzling Salsa
Gala" in Andover this Saturday with DJ D.Martinez7) Party at the Hyatt this
Saturday8) "How'd they do that?!" Dance Class at An Tua
Nua

*******************************************************************1)

Dear
Friends,

Havana Saturdays at the Havana Club Ballroom in Central Square
is a hit.And, of course, Friday Night Salsa rocks on!Photos and Videos
from last week's parties can be seen online athttp://HavanaClubSalsa.com

Friday Night Salsa is Boston's salsa hot spot! Friday
Night Salsa brings together 300-400 cool, classy people of all skills levels.
Beginners are very welcome and the party is a safe environment where everyone
dances with - and respects - everyone else.

The Havana Club Ballroom is a
stunning space with a spacious 5400 sq. ft. smooth wood dance floor, raised
performance stage, club lighting, excellent sound system, and full cash bar.
There is a Parking Garage next door ($1/hr), and the party is one block from
Public Transport on Mass Ave.

The perfect follow-up to
Friday Night Salsa,Havana Saturdays features the beautiful Havana
Clubballroom, 250+ cool people and live music everyweek! Beginners
are very welcome and the partyis a safe environment where everyone dances
with -and respects - everyone
else.

Masacote, MamboSlaves, Melaza, JAM'NASTICS, Boston Rueda and I
have gotten together to rent space in Central Square! There is still some
space available for dancers to rent at great prices. Costs range from
$7-$15/hour, and you can reserve space for one time or for on-going weekly time
slots. The space has hard wood floors, and a great community feel.
If you would like to discuss the possibility of joining us, please contact me at
anara1@gmail.com

Boston, MA – La Casa de la Cultura/Center for Latino Arts
announces EL BEMBÉ, Boston’s celebrated Latin music and dance party. EL BEMBÉ
has become a fixture in the Salsa movement in Boston since 1999. Starting this
Spring, EL BEMBÉ will change it’s format to offer a more diverse and
multi-cultural experience. Instead of focusing exclusively on Salsa and
Merengue music and dance, this production will be dedicated to providing a wider
cultural scope to the music and dance of Latin America while allowing for an
increase in cross-cultural experiences for dancers, artists and music
lovers. EL BEMBÉ COLOMBIANO will offer a unique opportunity for
dancers to learn new dance steps and enjoy new musical styles including Cumbia,
Vallenato, and more. The DJ Carlos Guillén-“Disco Moreno” will spin
Colombian dance music as well as Salsa and Merengue favorites so the evening
will have a great variety in music. EL BEMBÉ COLOMBIANO will also feature
a live band performing a variety of Colombian musical styles to add to this
unique cultural experience.

EL BEMBÉ caters to a diverse audience
ranging from Latin music and dance enthusiasts to professional and advanced
dancers to Latin dance beginners. EL BEMBÉ’s friendly atmosphere is both
inviting and engaging, characterized by a contagiously festive spirit. Perhaps
the most unique characteristic of EL BEMBÉ is that all proceeds from the event
are re-invested in the CLA’s arts programs therefore, patrons not only enjoy a
unique celebration but they also contribute to the cultural life of the city of
Boston.

Winner of the 2006 Phoenix Best Music Poll, as "Best World Music
Act," the group's blend of Afro-Cuban music and North American jazz creates a
body of work whose infectious rhythms will make you want to get up and dance!
Rebecca Cline, jazz pianist from Athens, GA, and Ana Norgaard, also known as
Anita Quinto, percussionist from Caracas, Venezuela, joins forces to produce a
compelling new sound with the wide range of music influences they share. Obbini
Tumbao's repertoire includes a broad selection of beloved classics, as well as
the band's own compositions.

****************************** "How'd they do
that?!"****************************** Wednesdays at AN
TUA NUA

Did you ever try to learn some steps in a Salsa class but felt
like you couldn't quite make them work on the dance floor? Did you ever
see a Rueda move that you couldn't get? Did you ever watch some amazing
cool move that you just couldn't figure out? Whether you are just getting
started with Salsa or you are already an experienced dancer, you can get the
answers in this new drop-in class at An Tua Nua every Wednesday.

Join
Anara and other local instructors each week at 7:00 pm to get all your Salsa or
Rueda questions answered! Students will work interactively in small
groups, based on their level, questions, and goals.

Cost: $14 for
the single class or $20 to stay for the entire night-- for 3 hours of
lessons plus dancing, it's the best Salsa deal in town! (Or pay by month and get
20% off)